PRINTUVI LOGISTICS PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED GOODS POLICY
Effective Date: [Insert Date] Version: 1.0
- PURPOSE
Printuvi Logistics (DFM) Digital Freight Marketplace is committed to providing a safe, lawful and professional B2B freight marketplace.
This Prohibited and Restricted Goods Policy identifies goods that must not be booked through the Platform and goods that may only be transported where specific legal, regulatory, insurance and Carrier requirements are satisfied.
- GENERAL RULE
A Shipper must accurately declare the contents, nature, quantity, weight, dimensions and relevant characteristics of every Shipment.
A Shipper must never conceal, mislabel, misdescribe or deliberately under-declare cargo.
Printuvi or the Carrier may refuse, cancel or suspend a Booking where cargo is prohibited, improperly declared, unsafe or legally non-compliant.
- PROHIBITED GOODS
Unless expressly authorised in writing by Printuvi and legally permitted, the following categories are prohibited from transportation through the general Printuvi Logistics (DFM) Digital Freight Marketplace service:
Illegal drugs and controlled substances.
Stolen goods.
Counterfeit goods.
Weapons that cannot legally be transported.
Explosives.
Improvised explosive devices.
Unauthorised ammunition.
Illegal firearms or firearm components.
Illegal weapons.
Radioactive materials.
Unlawful hazardous materials.
Biological materials prohibited by law.
Human remains unless specifically authorised and legally arranged.
Illegal wildlife or wildlife products.
Goods connected with illegal trafficking.
Goods whose possession, transportation or distribution is unlawful.
Any other goods prohibited by applicable law.
- DANGEROUS GOODS
Dangerous goods must not be booked through the standard service unless the relevant transport is expressly accepted and the Carrier is legally authorised and appropriately equipped.
Dangerous goods may include:
Flammable substances.
Explosives.
Toxic substances.
Corrosive substances.
Oxidising substances.
Compressed gases.
Radioactive materials.
Certain chemicals.
Other goods classified as dangerous under applicable transport legislation.
- ADR GOODS
Where dangerous goods fall within ADR requirements, the Shipper must provide all information required for lawful transportation.
The Carrier must have the appropriate authorisation, training, equipment and insurance where required.
Printuvi may refuse ADR shipments that cannot be safely and legally matched with an appropriate Carrier.
- CHEMICALS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Chemicals and hazardous substances may require special transport conditions.
A Shipper must provide accurate classification and handling information where applicable.
Printuvi may require safety documentation or other evidence before accepting a Shipment.
- BATTERIES
Certain batteries and battery-powered equipment may be subject to dangerous goods transportation requirements.
Lithium batteries, damaged batteries, large battery systems and other regulated batteries may require special handling, packaging, labelling and documentation.
Shippers must declare batteries where required.
- FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND MATERIALS
Fuel, solvents, paints, oils, gases and other flammable materials may be restricted.
Such materials must not be booked through the standard service unless the relevant legal and safety requirements have been satisfied.
- PERISHABLE OR TEMPERATURE-SENSITIVE GOODS
Food, pharmaceuticals, biological products and other temperature-sensitive goods may require controlled transportation.
Printuvi does not guarantee temperature-controlled transportation unless the Booking expressly confirms that the Carrier and vehicle are equipped for the requirement.
- HIGH-VALUE GOODS
High-value goods may require additional insurance, security arrangements or prior approval.
Examples may include:
High-value electronics.
Jewellery.
Precious metals.
Cash or cash equivalents.
Collectibles.
Luxury goods.
High-value machinery.
Other goods with unusually high financial value.
The Shipper must accurately declare the value where requested.
- CASH AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Cash, negotiable instruments, bearer securities and similar financial assets may be prohibited or restricted.
Printuvi may refuse such shipments.
- LIVING ANIMALS
Live animals are not accepted through the standard Printuvi Logistics (DFM) Digital Freight Marketplace service unless expressly approved and the Carrier is legally authorised and suitably equipped.
- PLANTS AND BIOLOGICAL MATERIALS
Plants, seeds, soil, biological materials and similar products may be subject to import, export, agricultural, phytosanitary or other regulatory requirements.
The Shipper is responsible for ensuring that all required documentation and permissions are available.
- FOOD AND CONSUMABLE GOODS
Food and consumable goods may be accepted where legally permitted and where the Carrier and vehicle are suitable for the Shipment.
The Shipper is responsible for appropriate packaging, labelling and any temperature or hygiene requirements.
- MEDICINES AND PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS
Medicines, pharmaceutical products and medical materials may be subject to specific legal, security, temperature and handling requirements.
Such goods may require prior approval and an appropriately authorised Carrier.
- WASTE
Hazardous waste and other regulated waste must not be transported unless the Carrier is legally authorised and the required documentation and handling arrangements are in place.
- ILLEGAL OR FRAUDULENT GOODS
Goods that are stolen, counterfeit, unlawfully obtained or connected to criminal activity are prohibited.
Printuvi may report suspected illegal activity to the relevant authorities where legally required or appropriate.
- UNDECLARED GOODS
A Shipper must not use a general cargo description to conceal the actual nature of a Shipment.
Examples of unacceptable descriptions include:
“Miscellaneous.”
“Parts.”
“Samples.”
“Goods.”
“Boxes.”
Where such descriptions do not accurately identify the Shipment sufficiently for safe and lawful transport.
- RIGHT TO REFUSE
Printuvi and/or the Carrier may refuse a Shipment where:
The cargo is prohibited.
The cargo is improperly declared.
The cargo exceeds the vehicle’s legal capacity.
The required insurance is unavailable.
The Carrier lacks the required licence or qualification.
The Shipment creates a safety risk.
The Shipment cannot legally be transported.
Required documentation is missing.
The packaging is inadequate.
The collection or delivery conditions are unsafe.
- MISDECLARATION
If a Shipper knowingly or negligently misdeclares cargo, the Shipper may be responsible for resulting losses, claims, penalties, additional transport costs or other reasonable expenses to the extent permitted by law.
This may include losses arising from:
Vehicle contamination.
Cargo damage.
Vehicle damage.
Delays.
Additional handling.
Regulatory intervention.
Fines or penalties.
Insurance consequences.
Failed collection or delivery.
- INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION
Where reasonably necessary, Printuvi or the Carrier may request additional information about a Shipment.
Where legally permitted and operationally necessary, a Carrier may refuse to carry cargo that does not match the Booking information.
- NO GUARANTEE OF ACCEPTANCE
Submission of a Booking request does not guarantee that a Shipment will be accepted.
Acceptance remains subject to availability, legality, vehicle suitability, insurance, Carrier capability and other applicable requirements.
- CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
Printuvi may update this Prohibited and Restricted Goods Policy as required by changes in legislation, insurance requirements, safety standards or Platform operations.
- CONTACT
If you are unsure whether your proposed Shipment is permitted, contact Printuvi Logistics (DFM) Digital Freight Marketplace before booking.
Printuvi Limited Printuvi Logistics (DFM) Digital Freight Marketplace Ireland
Email: [email protected]
Website : https://printuvi.ie/logistic
Never book prohibited or undeclared goods through the Printuvi Logistics (DFM) Digital Freight Marketplace Platform.